Thomas Bowden and Phalen Gallagher interviewed Chrissy Beardsley Allen from Blue Hill, Maine. Allen, whose family has deep roots in the area, discusses her lifelong connection to Blue Hill and her career with the Blue Hill Heritage Trust, where she focused on community outreach and conservation efforts. She explains her role in preserving Blue Hill Mountain and other local landmarks, highlighting the importance of maintaining public access to these natural spaces amidst increasing development pressures. Allen reflects on the challenges posed by rising property values and land scarcity, especially as climate migration impacts Maine, and describes the ethical and financial constraints conservation organizations face. She shares specific conservation successes, such as Peters Brook and Wallamatogus Mountain, and discusses the importance of forward-thinking community planning to balance development and environmental preservation. Allen also addresses the role of the Blue Hill Heritage Trust in maintaining the ecological, cultural, and recreational integrity of the region, underscoring the need for proactive conservation to preserve the character of Blue Hill for future generations.